I was really impressed with The Arts Market. I was asking how this place worked, and it is not a…read morecommission store. It's a place where different people rent out sections or shelves of the stores to sell their items. They, then, get all of the profit from those sales. I purchased a number of 3D printed items, which were adorable, and multi-coloured, beyond what I would have been able to print out on my own. For five dollars each, they were a steal. There are a also a number of different jewelry sections, as well as some retro toys and comic books. Everything about this place and how it works was very charming to me. I'll have to go back in the future to see how the different booths / shops rotate.

I visited Arts Market after work today. I had an order to pick up. I also ended up getting more…read moreitems. Figures! This store is on the north side of Danforth Avenue, a few steps away from Glebemount Avenue. I used to visit this area often when Queenie's Cards had a physical store. It was nice being back in this neighbourhood. Parking on a side street is your cheapest, free option. I parked across the street on Aldridge Aveune. It was cool seeing a lot of houses with Halloween decorations. I crossed the street at the lights. There is a ramp to get in and out of this store. I was welcomed by Rosie, who used to work at Queenie's Cards. It was nice seeing a familiar face. She let me know that there's merchandise downstairs, as well as the main floor that we were on. It's a long flight of stairs to get to and from the floors. You're out of luck if you're looking for an elevator, as stores in this neighbourhood have been around for many decades. You basically have beautiful items made by artisans for sale in this venue. Rosie had doodles that come to life in the form of pins, hats, and stickers, for instance. I saw everything from handmade soy candles, to an old 101 Dalmatians touchtone phone. In the basement, I saw an Aladdin thermos that I had as a teenager. It was wild reliving my hot foods past! I loved browsing around this store. I ultimately picked up an eight-pack of Squishmallows plush ornaments, a glass bubble for my air plants, and a cute frog sticker from Rosie's collection. I don't know who crafted the glass bubble, but it's gorgeous. I paid with a credit card. I tapped and all was great. I didn't bother getting a paper bag. I ended up carrying everything to my car that was steps away. It was nice being in this venue. I look forward to returning and doing more shopping damage. Rosie is a talented artist. She was wearing a SkyDome sweater. I was so envious of her awesome find. If you are looking for a gift, this place is for you. You can also get a ton of gift cards. Everything in this store was up my alley. (414)

Still a good place to come shop. Eco-friendly in the sense that you can bring containers and have…read moreit filled up with soap and so on, like a bulk store. I love the jewellery in there, and found recycled silverware as bracelets and rings. I like the bags in there - straw ones, great recycled sari robes, and it is really nice to shop, with totes and interesting items which are perfect as gifts.

Roncesvalles just keeps getting better and better and although the world can always use more super…read morekielbasa, Ecotique is a welcome addition to the street. I wandered in there with a vague notion that they would probably carry glass water bottles. And they do. But they also carry all kinds of environmentally respectful cute and useful items like jewelry, stationary, journals, beauty products, baby stuff, etc etc etc.. Granted, the stuff doesn't come cheap - this is for the gauche bourgeousie - but it's all solid goods that are worthwhile investments. Examples: - reusable lunch containers in stainless steel and bpa free plastic - recycled beer bottle glasses (which I purchased as a host gift for my brother) - water bottles by all those chic envirotype companies - greeting cards that double as coasters -reusable lunch bags There's lots more but i can't really remember. I walked in for a water bottle and walked out with the bottle, the beer glasses and a lunchbox with robots on it for my son. If he doesn't like it, I'll gladly use it. Sales people are super-helpful. I'll be back - you should check it out too!

4.5 stars. A little miracle of a store! I found easy tiger while looking for a place to buy a…read morepresent for my brother. It totally surpassed my expectations, I was expecting a strong "Toronto gift shop" vibe but it turned out to have a unique spirit of its own. They have a very nice selection of ceramics, a crazy pipe collection, and overall well chosen home items. I ended up buying a nice striped apron. I asked the employees for help and they were super on the ball and not at all too cool to help me out, which is something I time happens a lot with trendy places in the area. My only note is that a lot of items seemed to be quite pricey, but I'm sure everything is locally and well made so I'd hope that's what warrants the hefty price tag. I will be back!

Every neighbourhood should have an Easy Tiger…read more This place is cozy. They have a nice selection of homey items that includes jewellery and accessories. However, I find that I am most often buying cards from here. Walk to the back, and there is a really stunning section of (Canadian made only?) greeting cards on a wall at the back. Really beautiful stuff and a rotating collection is much appreciated. When they have sales, I scoop up several at a time for toonies. Otherwise, it's the kind of place you could browse for hours, fully entertained. Or you might just walk in and buy the whole shop. Come to think of it, I haven't bought many things for myself here, but now I want to.

Surprised my Chrisrmas obsessed 10 year old with a trip to this store. She was so excited, grinning…read moreear to ear. I asked her to pose for a pic to show my family but the employee who had been watching us stopped me and said we don't allow photos. I said "oh I'm sorry, I was only taking a photo of my child because she was so excited to be here. Did you want us to leave the store? " He said no take the photo quickly and he stood over my shoulder to watch. At this point, the mood was ruined and we the walked around store stunned as we were watched very closely the entire time. My happy child then asked to leave. We had planned on spending her birthday money. What a shame. Reading reviews I see our experience was not a one off. Avoid this place. Not worth the hype. I just want to add that I support the owner's right to not have photos or filming of merchandise in the store. It was his unfriendly abrupt demeaner that made me leave this review. He ruined what could have been a positive shopping experience. My child is older and was well behaved, not touching anything.

I visited this lovely shop yesterday. I went with my young niece, who knows how to act in a shop…read morewith very delicate pieces. The owners were very friendly even gave my niece a box of smarties. I have read the other reviews from people with young children, this is not a toy store !!! My niece was respectful,she looks with her eyes. Too often, I find young children grabbing at items and damaging them. Remember, this how these people make a living. This shop has lots and lots of beautiful gift items and I will be back.

Troublesome is a design studio, store, and espresso bar all in one located near Dufferin/Ossington…read more The store sells unique design-focused items while they have a coffee bar set up near the cashier. The design studio offices are located at the back of the store. I mainly came here to try the coffee. All the items in the store are definitely unique, whether it be for yourself or as a gift. I stopped by Troublesome on a Thursday afternoon where I ordered a flat white with oat milk. Staff were friendly and I took my time browsing the store. I didn't purchase anything else but the coffee but my order was made at a reasonable time. Overall, good coffee and a unique store if you are looking for one of a kind designed focused items and gifts!

4.5 rounded up to 5…read more I actually wrote a review for this establishment as the storefront depicts, MORA SPAIN ... and it was lost in the shuffle as it appears the real company in charge isn't the MORA SPAIN advertised (which is a real company selling household textiles, which were also in the store.) Oh well ... so going back to last July 2021 when I was actually here -- there are many unique and pretty clothing items as well as the household textiles. I ended up selecting a gift for my sister here. The staff were fairly helpful. They answered many of my questions about the clothing items I inspected. They didn't have wrapping available for my gift item which is a bit disappointing given the price range on the merchandise (although these are mostly imported items, made from good quality materials.) I suppose at Christmas it's less of an issue with mall wrapping service but this is the kind of place you would definitely check out for beautiful and unique gifts, hence the "4.5 rounded up to 5" rating. There are change rooms and the interior of the store is roomy, which make it a very pleasant shopping experience. Despite how long I spent admiring and inspecting all the items I was considering for a gift, I was never rushed or aggressively approached. I wish I could say I'd come back frequently! If I invested in this type of clothing more often, I would.

They are very good but they have changed there name to roots of Kashmir and are located in Erin…read moreMills Town Center, Mississauga. They have beautiful cashmere shawls with Sozni embroidery,Aari Embroidery,Kaantha Embroidery,Tilla Embroidery,Paper mache Kalamkari Embroidery , cashmere shawls are available in digital print and they do share best online website to buy Kashmir shawl in Canada.

Ziggy's is not a store owned by a small, bald, pantless comic strip character, it is a fun, little…read moreQueen St. shop I like to go to on Saturday Afternoons. The merchandise is eclectic but that doesn't mean it is a place that sells teaspoons from different parts of Britain, or toilet paper covers knitted to look like Victorian ladies. The store rather is quite cool and is packed with anything from funky dog beds to art (often times locally made) that would look great in any passersby loft. They also have great, colorful throws and a wonderfully aromatic collection of bath products.

Ziggy's is my newest obsession. I LOVE this store!!! I'm not typically the kind of gal that goes to…read morebed bath and beyond regularly or loves really girly fragrancy type establishments but Ziggy has me hooked! Absolutely beautifully stocked - lovingly so - with a wide range of items despite it's pretty small space. A girls side and a boys side with the most amazing candles, body lotions, infusers, perfumes and luxury blankets, table runners, excellent hostess/birthday gifts, some select clothing - hats, scarves, jewellery, cards, and even a furniture section at the back! I bought a ton of Christmas presents here and can't wait to have a reason to go back for more!!! If you're anywhere near College and Dovercourt, it's a MUST see!!!

Such a cute spot for small artists and collectibles. They have blind boxes, gacha machines,…read morestickers, keychains, plushies. Easy to take some time browsing. Love how everything is clearly displayed and numbered so it's simple to write down what you want and order. Staff were really friendly and helpful. They looked up an item they didn't have and told me where I could find it or get it shipped. They also gave me lots of adhesives for free when I mentioned I'm not from Canada. Really welcoming shop that supports small artists!! Worth stopping by if you're at the Well.

Another location of the main branch store located in Scarborough, Mr Surprise @the well focuses a…read morelot more on their artist alley featuring many local talent with a small area for blind boxes. They also have a blind box vending machine, a trading area for opened blinds and two photobooths in the back (with the cutest frames!!). As well for the photo booths, they also have a shelf area with props and dress up items for you to use which is nice. Staff are very friendly and helpful in assisting with your purchases. It may be a bit confusing at first but there are small order sheets for the artist alley and you can mark down the artist code and their item number and the staff will grab the corresponding items for you when you cash out. Also very happy that Mr surprise has a point system for purchases because those blind boxes add up!!